Troypenem is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Secondary and off-label uses of Troypenem have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Troypenem is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Troypenem include Excessive sweating. While these are the most often observed Troypenem side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Troypenem go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Troypenem's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Troypenem has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Troypenem related warnings section.
Troypenem is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Failure, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Troypenem have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Troypenem have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Troypenem, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Troypenem is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Troypenem safe for pregnant women?
Troypenem may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Troypenem, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Troypenem safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Troypenem. Immediately discontinue Troypenem if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Troypenem on the Kidneys?
Troypenem may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Troypenem on the Liver?
Using Troypenem does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Troypenem on the Heart?
You can take Troypenem without any fear of damage to the heart.
Troypenem should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Troypenem unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Troypenem habit forming or addictive?
Troypenem does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Troypenem, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Troypenem can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Troypenem only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Troypenem cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Troypenem
Taking Troypenem with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Troypenem
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Troypenem.
Yes, Troypenem can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Troypenem does not help in preventing cold, because the common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can be used in the treatment of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. You are recommended to consult your doctor for the best possible medicines to treat the common cold.
Yes, [Medicine[ can cause fever. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience high fever after taking this drug, then you are highly recommended to consult a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Troypenem works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Yes, you can use Troypenem to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming medicine for pneumonia.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Merrem® IV (meropenem)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 731
